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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1900
Page
4
Readers in Scranton react to printed letters from friends as editors require real names and editorial revision for purification. The policy mandates that all contributions be vetted, with conspiratorial calls to discard treaties and unsettling references to force, reflecting tense international rhetoric.
The piece urges immediate steps toward charter revision for Scranton and other cities in Allegheny County. It notes constitutional limits on legislation affecting only one city and cites a pending second class charter draft as a path to dissolve current objections. It advocates forming a citizen inquiry committee to unify interests of Pittsburg, Allegheny, and Scranton to push reform.
The piece warns of a planned insurgent tactic to block Colonel Quay’s election by forming pairs to create a phantom quorum. It cites Cooper’s analysis, notes past attempts in Oregon, and predicts costs to state government if the scheme succeeded, while affirming confidence that such conspiracies will fail.
Analysis notes how large coal interests absorb independent mines and centralize capital after the recent strike. It compares past personal ties between owners and workers with modern distant management, warning the widening gap in employer employee sympathy.
The article argues for a practical mechanism to educate the public about political duties and judicial reform. It envisions rating candidates for character and substance, with the possibility to oppose unfit nominees, and treats the jury system as a model for ongoing governance review. It notes Scranton’s anticipated welcome for the American Federation of Labor next year.
Reported results show MeckKinley Republican 7,225,000 Bryan Democrat 6,879,342 Woolley Prohibition 182,201 Debs Sdécial Democrat 107,60 Barker Populist 45,248. McKinley’s plurality over Bryan grows to 851,658 from 603,514 four years ago. majority rises to about 616,000. Also notes Supreme Court takes up Fourteen Diamond Ring case from Chicago involving Pepke who claims Philippine status blocks tariff barriers.
A mixed page includes a classified ads section offering a one cent per word rate for quick ads and a five cent per word rate for six insertions, plus a subscription solicitation for The New York Commercial in Scranton. It also lists rooms for rent in a Jewish household, and an economic analysis showing US import export per capita trends from 1870 to 1900 with projected balances.
A jumble of old classified style entries shows several situation wanted notices from Scranton Pennsylvania. Young men and women seek work including housekeeper posts, laundry and cleaning duties, grocery wagon driving, and general labor. Various addresses and references are listed with local businesses and professionals such as Tribune office, Gordon Street, and 126 Washington Avenue.
A retro feature reviews early exploration with Meriwether Lewis and William Clarke, detailing their 4 000 mile voyage, encounters with tribes, and scientific collections. It also touches Cayley inspired screw experiments and a Nile study, listing notable figures from that era.
The analysis projects a favorable trade balance for the calendar year 1908 with exports exceeding imports by about 75 million dollars, driven by record export levels. Imports are expected to total around 525 million dollars, while exports may reach 600 million, marking a significant improvement over prior years. Per capita trade dynamics show rising exports amid population growth, though imports per person remain comparatively modest.
Scranton era rail timetable notes a Nov 1900 switch showing trains to Carbondale Wilkes-Barre and point north with departures around 6 to 7 a m and multiple connections. It lists Lehigh Valley Central lines, express services, and ticket offices in Scranton for New York Philadelphia Baltimore and other destinations.
Exclusive designs feature during Christmas Week offers on elegant ladies neckwear. Shop limited editions and seasonal styles with curated selections for festive wardrobes and gifting.
Fragmented timetable note dated Sept 17, 1800 shows travel routes to Hawley Yale rail link to New York with intermediate points. Outgoing trains from Serva igo at 7.06 am and 2.45 pm arrive at teranton around 0.00 and WD, per local schedule.
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